City & Guilds NPTC Chainsaw Assessment (0039)

You will need to make your own provision for lunch. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be available all day.

On the day of the assessment candidates will need to bring photographic proof of ID, their course paperwork, a waterproof coat and reading glasses (if required).

Please email the office with a site contact name, number and what3words reference. Please inform us of any site security requirements one week prior to your assessment. Please ensure there is a dry and warm classroom type space with wifi connection and full access to w.c. facilities.

Candidates need to bring PPE and a chainsaw with a bar length of no longer than 15". For Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting please avoid using a new chain as sharpening is required during the assessment - please refer to the kit list for a full list of items. This is available to hire at £25.00 + VAT per day (excluding the personal first aid bleed kit). Please let us know ahead of the assessment if you need to hire. Please note it is mandatory to bring a personal first aid bleed kit, if candidates arrive without one they will be required to purchase a STEIN Personal Bleed Control Kit at a cost of £50 +VAT.

Candidates must complete and return the electronic City & Guilds Registration Form as soon as they are able. A Link to the E-Form is sent as a separate email. Previously registered City & Guilds candidates will need to enter their individual candidate number - this can be obtained by calling 01924 930800.

Candidates should arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled assessment in preparation for a prompt start.

Candidates will need to bring PPE and chainsaw with a bar length of no more than 15".  For Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-Cutting please avoid using a new chain as sharpening is required during the assessment.  Please refer to the kit list for a full list of items. Candidates will also need to have a personal first aid bleed kit. Please ensure that there is a workspace with vices [at least one vice per two candidates], maintenance tools and a supply of wood for the assessment.

Do you require any reasonable adjustments? We offer aids for neurodiversity and sensory needs and can arrange with our instructors to adjust the learning pace of the session if required. All requests will be handled discreetly. Please advise the office five days prior to the course. Reasonable Adjustments Policy & Form.